WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for May, 2007: Re: GENERAL: CA-125 what's it good for?

Re: GENERAL: CA-125 what's it good for?

From: grateful mom (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 2 May 2007 17:09:05 -0500 (CDT)

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Kris,

As it has been explained to me the CA-125 is best used to track a woman's progress during treatment for ovarian cancer. It is often used as a screening tool for ovarian cancer, but the results vary widely and is NOT a good indicator of whether ovarian cancer is present. A lot of Dr.s run the test for more of a CYA procedure than a diagnostic procedure.

If you have had one run I would not put much stock in the results unless you are undergoing cancer treatment (I don't believe that is the case, right?)

I had one run as a CYA when I had what US showed as an ovarian cyst, septated, part liquid part solid. It turns out it was my colon covering my ovary held together with adhesions.

Good luck and I hope this helps.

At Wed, 2 May 2007, Kris wrote: >
>I am curious to know what the CA-125 test is good for. I've read that
>it is/isn't a good indicator of cancer and/or endometriosis. So, what
>IS it's purpose? I wonder since it seems that it really doesn't tell you
>anything, but it's still given. Does getting a normal result mean
>you're in the clear, given that it seems an elevated level may mean
>nothing?
>
>I'd enjoy reading about what it's good for. Thanks,
>Kris

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